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chicken parmesan

Irresistible Chicken Parmesan for Cozy Comfort Food Nights

A comforting chicken parmesan recipe featuring crispy chicken, gooey cheese, and tangy marinara, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Slice horizontally for cutlets.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten for coating.
For the Crunchy Coating
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For ultimate crunch.
  • 1 cup Italian-Style Breadcrumbs Adds flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese (Freshly Grated) Essential for authentic flavor.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For Frying and Topping
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil For frying.
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Homemade or store-bought.
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese (Shredded) For topping.
  • 0.25 cup Additional Parmesan Cheese (Freshly Grated) For topping.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Basil Chopped for garnish.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Ovenproof dish
  • Shallow dishes

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Coatings: Set up three shallow dishes—one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan and parsley.
  2. Dredge the Chicken: Coat each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in eggs, and press into breadcrumb mixture to coat well.
  3. Fry the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Assemble in Baking Dish: Preheat oven to 425°F. Spread marinara sauce in an ovenproof dish and layer with chicken, more sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly, ensuring chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh basil over the baked dish and serve with spaghetti or vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve immediately after baking for the best experience. For gluten-free options, choose suitable flour and breadcrumbs.

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